Gaganyaan mission: Here’s what Isro will attempt on October 21

The Isro is preparing for the first test vehicle abort mission as part of the Gaganyaan program. The mission will simulate an abort condition during ascent, with the crew module and crew escape systems being separated from the test vehicle at an altitude of about 17km. The crew module will be recovered in the Bay of Bengal using a dedicated vessel and diving team from the Indian Navy.